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In the wake of recent severe storms across Central Arkansas, one Conway resident sparked a meaningful discussion in a local Facebook group by asking a simple but urgent question:

“Does anyone know where the tornado zones are for the city of Conway?”

The post quickly gained attention, drawing responses from weather-conscious locals and city-savvy residents eager to help their neighbors prepare.

🌪️ What Are Tornado Zones, Really?

While cities don’t typically designate official “tornado zones” like floodplains, some areas in Conway have historically seen more tornado activity than others, largely due to topography and storm paths.

What residents are often seeking is a combination of:

  • Historical tornado path data
  • Shelter location info
  • Neighborhood risk awareness

A few commenters pointed others toward NOAA’s Storm Events Database and Arkansas’ Department of Emergency Management for more detailed storm history.

🌀 NOAA Storm Events Database
🗺️ Arkansas DEM
🏘️ City of Conway Emergency Management

🏚️ Where to Shelter in Conway

Residents shared info about shelters and safe rooms around the area, including:

  • Conway High School Safe Rooms (for students during school hours)
  • UCA’s Emergency Protocols — particularly for dorm residents
  • Private in-home safe rooms — some built after the 2014 Mayflower/Vilonia tornado

One resident commented:

“If you’re in an apartment, check your lease or contact management — many have designated shelter areas now.”

📍 Tornado Path History in Conway

Though Conway isn’t considered one of Arkansas’s most tornado-prone cities, it’s not exempt from significant storms. Locals referenced:

  • The 2014 EF4 tornado that hit nearby Mayflower and Vilonia
  • A 2023 EF1 tornado that caused moderate damage in Faulkner County
  • Several close-call touchdowns just west of Conway in recent years

For an interactive map of past tornadoes near Conway, check: 🗺️ Interactive Tornado History Map for Arkansas

✅ What Can Residents Do Now?

Several users recommended:

And most importantly, having a plan — whether it’s at home, school, or work.

🗣️ Community Reminder

“I know we’ve been lucky in Conway,” one commenter said, “but it’s better to ask now than panic later.”

As storm season ramps up, this thread is a helpful reminder that preparedness starts with questions — and neighbors who care enough to answer them.

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